1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 171 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
Model | Corvette | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 130 L |